Assistant Electrical Engineer
JOB_53449974727238Job type
PermanentLocation
ManchesterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Building ServicesIndustry
EngineeringPay
£35,000 - £37,000 Starting Salary
Assistant Electrical MEP Engineer - Manchester - Starting salary £35k / £37k DoE
About the Consultancy
One of the UK’s oldest and most respected MEP consultancies is seeking an Assistant Electrical Engineer to join its growing South Manchester office. With over 80 years of industry experience, the consultancy has built a reputation for delivering high-quality engineering solutions across a wide range of sectors.
The Manchester office has seen over 30% growth in recent years, driven by repeat business and increased project demand. The team is well-balanced (50% Mechanical / 50% Electrical), collaborative, and known for its low staff turnover and supportive culture.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for an Assistant Electrical Engineer with at least 3 years of UK-based Building Services experience. You will contribute to a variety of high-profile and secure projects, including:
- Blue Light Services
- MoD Training Facilities
- Anti-Terror Infrastructure
- Healthcare and Life Sciences
You’ll be working alongside experienced engineers in a dynamic environment where everyone gets involved and contributes to project success.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in the design and specification of electrical building services systems.
- Collaborate with mechanical engineers, BIM technicians, and project managers.
- Produce detailed designs and calculations using industry-standard software.
- Attend site visits and client meetings, supporting project coordination.
- Support senior engineers in delivering high-quality solutions.
Software & Tools - Dialux / Relux
- Amtech
- Revit (used by all engineers)
- MagiCAD
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in UK Building Services.
- Full UK working rights (due to Security Clearance requirements).
- Proficiency in relevant software tools.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Healthcare project experience is advantageous but not essential.
Benefits - Starting salary of £35,000 (dependent on experience).
- 2 days working from home.
- Early finishes on Fridays.
- Access to industry events (e.g. CIBSE) and internal company events.
- 3-month probation period.
- Car allowance for Senior level and above (£3,750 – may be incorporated into salary).
- Private medical insurance at Principal level.
- Salary sacrifice schemes for EV cars.
- Retail discounts.
What you need to do now
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Assistant Electrical EngineerJOB_534499747272382025-09-232025-12-22
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